Description
Irresistible Thai Basil Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that balances savory chicken, aromatic garlic, and fresh chilies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 fresh red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken thighs, mincing the garlic, and washing the basil.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sliced chili peppers; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in fresh basil until wilted (about 30 seconds).
- Serve immediately over jasmine rice or alongside stir-fried noodles.
Notes
- This dish is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to control the spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg